**This is part 2 in our series on Boundaries…. Do you struggle with saying no? You are not alone. Clients often share how difficult it is saying no to family members. Sometimes the clash becomes cyclical as parents struggle with saying no to children and adult children struggle with … Read More
Interacting or Connecting?
We find ourselves constantly involved in people’s lives. Whether we’re working with them or whether they’re our family, we are continuously interacting with others. What makes the difference of merely interacting or truly connecting with someone? It begins with interest in them. So often, we encounter individuals in our associations … Read More
The Great Atlanta, iPhone Social Experiment!
Sometimes finding the first words to say when you see someone you might connect with is difficult. Perhaps a friend has to remind you to smile, uncross your arms, or even loosen your neck-tie a little or nudge you to utter the word “hello”; these things come naturally to some, … Read More
A great communicator…
What does it take to be an effective communicator? It takes the ability to listen. By listening, we learn to understand others. If we want them to know us and care about what we think and feel, it’s important to be willing to give the same courtesy. Do you ever … Read More
The Perfect Resume
Whenever a friend, client, or family member asks me to look at their resume, the phrase, “I want it to be perfect” always appears in their plea for help. The is just a little problem; there is no PERFECT resume. This troubling fact is what keeps at least 3 “evolving” … Read More
Communication in Relationship
What is communication in relationship? It’s the ability to discuss freely, without the fear of retribution or intimidation, one’s thoughts and feelings. By allowing each party to openly share and be vulnerable, dialogue can progress to a more intimate level. As this occurs, trust and safety are achieved which provide … Read More
Skin and Technology
For a long time I’ve been noticing that our younger generations don’t know how to have relationships with “skin on them.” That is, they are most used to having conversations and relationships with people in 140 characters (Twitter), soundbites (Facebook), or virtually (video games and cyber chats). None of these … Read More
Boundaries in Dating
Have you ever been in a dating relationship where you looked back and wondered where you went? Sometimes we get into relationships where we loose ourselves and don’t realize how much we have lost our voice, individualism, or perspective until we get out of the relationship. Others can tell us … Read More
Happy Relationships – Part 2
10 Rules to Live by for a Happy Relationships… 6. I will take ownership of, and be completely accountable for my own feelings, thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors first, without shifting blame toward my significant other. 7. I will not attempt to control my significant other with sarcasm, rage, threats, … Read More
Happy Relationships – Part 1
10 Rules to Live by for a Happy Relationships… 1. I will communicate my expectations and not take it for granted that my significant other understands what I need or want. 2. I will verify my assumptions so that I have accurate information and feedback. 3. I will strive … Read More